Tag: Brain
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Antidepressants May Redefine Treatment for Depression and Anxiety
Host Patricia Wu and guest Dr. Jude Black discuss groundbreaking research on antidepressants. Revolutionary Brain Scans Recent studies show antidepressants may enhance brain activity, fostering more dynamic network changes and connections across different areas, challenging previous notions of depression’s impact on brain function. Redefining Depression This research suggests depression may not significantly alter brain region…
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The Science Behind the Munchies: Exploring Cannabis and Hunger Neurons
Welcome to our latest Psychology Behind the Headlines, where our host Jessica Reyes dives into the fascinating world of cannabis research with our expert guest, Ryan Heapy. In this engaging discussion, we uncover the science behind why consuming weed often leads to the munchies. Join us as we explore groundbreaking findings that are reshaping our…
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What Part of the Brain Controls Love?
Love is a complex emotion that involves many different parts of the brain. Several brain regions have been identified as playing a role in the experience of love, including the hypothalamus, the ventral tegmental area (VTA), the caudate nucleus, and the amygdala. The hypothalamus The hypothalamus is a small but important region of the brain.…
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Brain Breakdown: Basal Ganglia
The basal ganglia are a group of structures located deep within the brain that play an important role in motor control and the regulation of certain cognitive and emotional processes. The main structures of the basal ganglia include the caudate nucleus, putamen, globus pallidus, and substantia nigra. The basal ganglia work in conjunction with other…